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itsallaboutbooksandmacarons 's review for:
Wes and Addie Had Their Chance
by Bethany Turner
A thread of years connects these two, stretching back to school days and quiet moments shared in passing. Now in their 40s, their bond carries the weight of all that time—raw, unpolished, and free from any forced drama.
Politics lingered on the edges but didn’t pull me in. What grabbed me was the way they quietly held space for one another, without loud declarations or gestures, offering support in subtle, meaningful ways.
That kind of connection kept me engaged. It wasn’t just about romance, but about gripping onto something real when life feels unstable and unpredictable.
My attention wavered here and there—perhaps my mood didn’t align with the pace or tone. Despite that, the honesty beneath everything demanded respect. I understand why this resonates with many people; for me, it didn’t sink as deeply this time.
This is a meditation on what follows the initial spark—the slow weaving of lives together through challenges, the unspoken bonds that grow stronger in silence. That part resonated most with me.